Compound-Complex Sentences Flashcard Review

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect independent clauses. The common coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so (FANBOYS).

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What punctuation mark is used before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before a coordinating conjunction when connecting two independent clauses.

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Identify the structure of a compound-complex sentence.

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A compound-complex sentence includes multiple independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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What is the role of a dependent clause in a sentence?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and provides additional information to the independent clause.

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Provide an example of a compound-complex sentence.

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"Although I was tired, I finished my homework, and I went to bed early."

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two.

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List some common subordinating conjunctions.

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Common subordinating conjunctions include because, although, since, unless, and while.

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What is the purpose of using commas in compound-complex sentences?

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Commas are used to separate independent clauses and to set off dependent clauses for clarity.